****Today's post is all about how to stay motivated after becoming a mom. It's not selfish, it's self care!****
It can be tempting to give up on your old fitness routine once you become a mother. Your priorities shift and most of your attention is focused on loving and nurturing someone other than yourself. In between housework, bathing, meal preparation, and all the other little things, working out is simply not at the top of your list.
There are likely multiple reasons why you feel so Continue Reading

There is a common assumption that to do cardio, one needs to go out for a run, walk or swim. If they’re indoors, they’ll need a treadmill, elliptical machine or stationary bike. This is just NOT true. There are many cardio workouts that women can do at home or anywhere!
An activity is considered cardio when it raises your heart rate for a prolonged period of time. As long as you’re breathing more rapidly and your heart rate goes up due to constant activity, the training takes on a cardio Continue Reading

Planning to workout at home but not sure where to start? Here are 10 things needed for a home gym
10 things needed for a home gym
You need to start with a solid training program and I highly recommend the workout programs by Ashley Horner. Trust me, these are intense and TOUGH workouts that will deliver results! My favorite for home workouts is Valor and Sweetcakes.
2. ASICS: The BEST running shoes for the whole family! I only run in ASICS, my favorite shoe is the Continue Reading

"Can I run again after Hallux Rigidus surgery?"
I get so many emails asking me "Can I run again after Hallux Rigidus surgery?" I thought I would do another update. I had a Cheilectomy for Hallux Rigidus in October 2008.
1. What were your symptoms?
I started to feel mild pain in my big toe after I would go for long runs. At first I thought this was a result of my shoes not fitting correctly. I even switched brands hoping that would help, which it didn't. (ASICS are Continue Reading